When in a funk, the best thing to do is go back to the basics. I haven't been very inspired lately and not able to dive into a full painting. And when faced with one of my own figure sessions, held in my own backyard, I had to slow down and work methodically, as if a beginner.

I first sketched the scene planning my composition and dark/light patterns. Once comfortable with that I began a light line drawing with the brush. Then I started to fill in. I worked thinly, kept palette rather neutral and didn't define small areas. It felt good and worked well enough that I didn't finish the day feeling like a hack! More on my funk later. Oh joy!

Hi Patricia -
Some are friends and family. But I also have connections with art groups in town who host figure drawing - mostly nude - sessions. Once you start making connections, more and more come to your attention.
Good places to start looking are at colleges, dance companies, the theatre, etc. Thanks for writing! Robin